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In our quarterly reports, we dig into the numbers to help you decipher what they may mean for achieving your real estate goals.

This world is moving at a rapid pace and the demands of our daily responsibilities can often overshadow or hinder our ability to embrace true joy in the moment. We’re sharing our favorite insights about embracing joy and encouraging you to decide for yourself which advice you hold close or let go of. Happy reading!

The first quarter of 2022 was a tale of two real estate journeys. For sellers, their opportunities were bolstered by low inventory, escalating competition and often driving offers over list prices.

We recently read an article from aeon.com titled Hope is Not Optimism, written by David B Feldman and Benjamin W Corn, and felt compelled to share a few key takeaways with our sphere. Let’s dive right in!

We enjoy seeing the changes that take place during this time of year. Lush green leaves begin returning to the trees, beautiful flowers start to bloom, and the sun starts to shine just a bit more radiantly. As we welcome these changes outdoors, we also look to our interior spaces for a renewed sense of refreshment. The Spruce is a great resource for all things related to the home, so we are pleased to share their guide (written by Ashley Knierim) on updating homes for spring.

Typically, the real estate market slows down over the holiday season. Buyers take a break from their home search, whether from fatigue or just the hustle and bustle of the holidays. And sellers tend to focus on gathering with loved ones instead of preparing to list. But, 2021 has proved to be anything but typical: What little inventory there was in the fourth quarter of the year was scooped up by eager buyers, closing out a huge year for real estate. Check out the findings for the five areas Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty examines for its quarterly report to get a feel for where the market has been. And when you are ready, get in touch with an RSIR local expert and global real estate advisor who can help you navigate where the market is heading next.

Hello, December! The most wonderful time of the year is finally here. While many of us think of our homes in the context of decorating this season, there’s so much more to think about. It’s crucial to protect your investment during these times of harsh weather!

When residential home sales picked up speed in the wake of the initial quarantine of the pandemic, many experts weighed in on this outlying trend. A year later, as Realogics Sotheby’s International Realty examines the data from the Eastside to Bainbridge Island and markets in between, it’s easy to see that a lack of inventory and an onslaught of buyers wasn’t a one-off. The question for many following the trendlines now, is when will median sales prices start to plateau, and the number of homes available for sale starts to tick back up.